DoD awards $13.5M for Electronic Equipment Repair, with 2 contracts awarded
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,497,104 ($13.5M)
Contractor: Astronics Test Systems Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2005-01-03
End Date: 2009-02-28
Contract Duration: 1,517 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 200504!300007!1700!M67854!COMMANDING GENERAL !M6785405D3011 !A!N! !N!0001 ! !20050103!20060502!807617030!807617030!082413956!N!DME CORPORATION !12889 INGENUITY DR !ORLANDO !FL!32826!53000!095!12!ORLANDO !ORANGE !FLORIDA !+000013468964!N!N!000000000000!6625!ELECTRICAL & ELCT PROPERTIES MEAS & TST INSTRUMNTS!A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !811219!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !20200930!B!C! !A! !A!N!J!2!002!A! !Z!N!A! ! !N!A!N!N!Z! ! ! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! !1727!M67854!0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: ORLANDO, ORANGE County, FLORIDA, 32826
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $13.5 million to ASTRONICS TEST SYSTEMS INC for work described as: 200504!300007!1700!M67854!COMMANDING GENERAL !M6785405D3011 !A!N! !N!0001 ! !20050103!20060502!807617030!807617030!082413956!N!DME CORPORATION !12889 INGENUITY DR !ORLANDO !FL!32826!53000!095!12!ORLANDO !ORAN… Key points: 1. The contract is for "Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance." 2. Awarded by the Department of the Navy, this contract has a total value of $13,497,104.48. 3. Competition was full and open, indicating a competitive bidding process. 4. The contract duration is 1517 days, spanning from January 2005 to February 2009.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $13.5M for electronic equipment repair appears reasonable given the duration and scope. Benchmarking against similar contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. The presence of two awards indicates some level of competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers likely received fair pricing for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational readiness of critical electronic equipment for the Navy. Supports the maintenance and repair sector, contributing to the defense industrial base. The award highlights the ongoing need for specialized repair services within the military.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 88 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is relatively long (over 4 years).
- Specific details on the nature of the 'Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair' are limited.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Multiple awards suggest some level of market responsiveness.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the 'Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance' category. Spending in this sector is crucial for maintaining the operational effectiveness of military hardware.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this contract award. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally implies a degree of oversight in the procurement process. However, specific oversight mechanisms are not detailed.
Related Government Programs
- Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration.
- Lack of specific equipment details.
- Potential for cost overruns in long-term repair contracts.
- Limited insight into small business participation.
Tags
other-electronic-and-precision-equipment, department-of-defense, fl, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $13.5 million to ASTRONICS TEST SYSTEMS INC. 200504!300007!1700!M67854!COMMANDING GENERAL !M6785405D3011 !A!N! !N!0001 ! !20050103!20060502!807617030!807617030!082413956!N!DME CORPORATION !12889 INGENUITY DR !ORLANDO !FL!32826!53000!095!12!ORLANDO !ORANGE !FLORIDA !+000013468964!N!N!000000000000!6625!ELECTRICAL & ELCT PROPERTIES MEAS & TST INSTRUMNTS!A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !811219!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !202
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ASTRONICS TEST SYSTEMS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-01-03. End: 2009-02-28.
What specific types of electronic and precision equipment were covered under this contract?
The provided data categorizes the contract under 'Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance' (NAICS 811219) and 'Electronics and Communication Equipment' (PSC A7). However, it does not specify the exact models or types of equipment. This level of detail is often found in the contract's statement of work, which is not included here.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during its term?
The data indicates the contract was awarded on January 3, 2005, and ended on February 28, 2009, with a duration of 1517 days. There are no explicit flags or indicators in this summary data suggesting significant performance issues or major contract modifications. However, a deeper dive into contract modification logs would be necessary for a definitive answer.
How did the pricing compare to market rates at the time of award?
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically facilitates price discovery against market rates. The total award value was $13,497,104.48. Without access to the specific bids received or independent market research data from 2005, a precise comparison to market rates is not possible from this summary.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Other Services (except Public Administration) › Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance › Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Product/Service Code: INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQPT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Astronics Corporation (UEI: 049829302)
Address: 12889 INGENUITY DR, ORLANDO, FL, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: M6785405D3011
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-01-03
Current End Date: 2009-02-28
Potential End Date: 2011-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2008-02-07
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